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ATK VXE Mad R Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:8000 HzMaximum DPI:26000 DPIWeight:36 g

ATK VXE Mad R Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

8.2

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the mouse's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best mice on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

80%

8.3

Technical Score

20%

7.8

User score

â–²Better than 88% of mice
8.3

Technical Score

Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components

36%

9.5

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.0

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

5.9

Battery & Charging

â–²Better than 88% of mice
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

9.7

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on 22 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 68% of mice
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Verdict

The ATK VXE Mad R is an ultra-lightweight wireless gaming mouse weighing between 36g and 42g, featuring a solid-shell design with a smooth 'Ice-feel' coating. It is equipped with high-end PixArt sensors—the PAW3395 in the standard model and the PAW3950 in the Major variant—delivering up to 42,000 DPI and 750 IPS tracking. Key performance features include a Nordic nRF52840 MCU and dual-mode 8K polling rate support (8,000Hz wired and wireless) for ultra-low latency. Main pros include its class-leading weight-to-build quality ratio, premium Omron optical microswitches, and included 8K dongle. Potential cons include a relatively small 200mAh battery in the lightest models resulting in shorter runtimes at high polling rates, a slippery coating for dry hands, and reported software translation issues.

Technical Specifications of mouse ATK VXE Mad R

Technical Score
Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 88% of models
Score components:

36%

9.5

Performance & Sensor

22%

7.0

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.6

Connectivity

5%

5.9

Battery & Charging

8.3
ATK VXE Mad R has a technical score of 8.3 points, which is higher than that of 87.8% of products in this category.
User score
User score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

9.7

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on 22 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.8
ATK VXE Mad R has a user score of 7.81 points, which is lower than that of 67.9% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
3.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you prefer a mouse that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
Popularity:
ATK VXE Mad R has a popularity score of 3.5 points, which is lower than that of 75.4% of products in this category.
3.5
ATK VXE Mad R has a popularity score of 3.5 points, which is lower than that of 75.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 87% of models
Score components:

60%

8.2

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.7
ATK VXE Mad R has a value-for-money score of 8.7 points, which is higher than that of 86.6% of products in this category.
Brand name
ATK
Maximum polling rate
8,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
8,000 Hz
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8,000 Hz, which is higher than 88.2% of mice and equal to 11.8% of mice.
Wired polling rate
8,000 Hz
Wired polling rate
8,000 Hz
★ Better than 93% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 8,000 Hz, which is higher than 93.3% of mice and equal to 6.7% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
8,000 Hz
2.4 GHz polling rate
8,000 Hz
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 8,000 Hz, which is higher than 89.2% of mice and equal to 10.8% of mice.
Bluetooth polling rate
?
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Connectivity
wireless+wired
Connectivity
wireless+wired
â–² Better than 57% of models
This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, which is more versatile than 56.8% of mice and equal to 43.3% of mice.
connection modes: wired / 2.4 GHz.
Bluetooth support
no
Bluetooth support
no
â–¼ Worse than 36% of models
This mouse does not support Bluetooth. 35.6% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
Receiver included
yes
â–² Better than 38% of models
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
60 hours
Battery life
60 hours
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse has a battery life of 60 hours, which is less than 78.2% of mice and equal to 6.9% of mice.
Battery capacity
500 mAh
Battery capacity
500 mAh
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 500 mAh, which is larger than 48.2% of mice and equal to 22.1% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
yes
Rechargeable battery
yes
â–² Better than 54% of models
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
Removable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This mouse does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
5
N. of buttons
5
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 5 buttons, which is less than 76.9% of mice and equal to 9.6% of mice.
N. of side buttons
2
N. of side buttons
2
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 2 side buttons, which is more than 15% of mice and equal to 68.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
6
N. of programmable buttons
6
â–² Better than 36% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 6 programmable buttons, which is more than 35.6% of mice and equal to 31.2% of mice.
DPI switching button
no
DPI switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
This mouse does not include a DPI switching button. 85.4% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
Profile switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
ambidextrous
Weight
36 g
Weight
36 g
★ Better than 99% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 36 g, which makes it lighter than 98.7% of mice and equal to 0.1% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
Extra weights
0 g
â–¼ Worse than 5% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 0 g extra weights, which is less than 4.6% of mice and equal to 95.4% of mice.
Cable length
1.8 m
Cable length
1.8 m
â–² Better than 18% of models
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse comes with a 1.8 m cable, which is longer than 18.4% of mice and equal to 65.2% of mice.
Cable type
paracord
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Onboard memory profiles
1
Onboard memory profiles
1
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 1 onboard profiles, which is more than 48% of mice and equal to 20% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
ATK V HUB
Firmware upgradable
yes
Firmware upgradable
yes
â–² Better than 22% of models
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
yes
Suitable for gaming
yes
â–² Better than 24% of models
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

ATK VXE Mad R vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 8x higher maximum polling rate
    Maximum polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 56.1% lower mouse weight
    Weight
    36 g
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 36 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    36 g vs 82 g
  • 8x higher 2.4 GHz polling rate
    2.4 GHz polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 2.6x higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    26,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 26000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    26,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 40 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    70 million clicks
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 70 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    70 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 8x higher wired polling rate
    Wired polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
    This mouse has a wired polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 87.5% higher tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    750 IPS
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 750 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    750 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 19.5% better value for money
    ATK VXE Mad R has better value for money than the average mouse (8.74 vs 7.3).
    8.74 vs 7.31
  • 8x higher maximum polling rate
    Maximum polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 8x higher 2.4 GHz polling rate
    2.4 GHz polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 2.6x higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    26,000 DPI
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 26000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    26,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 8x higher wired polling rate
    Wired polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
    This mouse has a wired polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a wired polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 87.5% higher tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    750 IPS
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 750 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    750 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 25% higher maximum acceleration
    Maximum acceleration
    50 G
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <10 G – >50 G
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 50 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    50 G vs 40 G
  • 3 more stored DPI steps
    DPI steps stored
    8
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <3 – >6
    This mouse stores 8 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    8 vs 5
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    100 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 100 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • Versatile connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless+wired
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • 40 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    70 million clicks
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 70 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    70 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • Adjustable debounce time
    Debounce time adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 28.2% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
  • 56.1% lower mouse weight
    Weight
    36 g
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 36 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    36 g vs 82 g
  • Detachable cable
    Detachable cable
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 3 newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This mouse was released in 2024, while the average mouse was released in 2021.
    July 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • No DPI switching button
    DPI switching button
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This mouse does not include a DPI switching button, while the average mouse does. 85.3% of mice include a DPI switching button.
  • 25 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    60 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse has a battery life of 60 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    60 hours vs 85 hours
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.
  • 82.3% less popular
    ATK VXE Mad R is less popular than the average mouse (3.5 vs 6.4).
    3.5 vs 6.38
  • 57.1% more expensive
    ATK VXE Mad R is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 vs £35
  • 82.3% less popular
    ATK VXE Mad R is less popular than the average mouse (3.5 vs 6.4).
    3.5 vs 6.38
  • 57.1% more expensive
    ATK VXE Mad R is more expensive than the average mouse (£55 vs £35).
    £55 vs £35
  • 25 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    60 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse has a battery life of 60 hours, while the average mouse has a battery life of 85 hours.
    60 hours vs 85 hours
  • No DPI switching button
    DPI switching button
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    This mouse does not include a DPI switching button, while the average mouse does. 85.3% of mice include a DPI switching button.
  • No RGB lighting
    RGB lighting
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This mouse does not have RGB lighting, while the average mouse does. 56.3% of mice have RGB lighting.

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Third-party reviews

Based on 22 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
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What customers like about ATK VXE Mad R?

  • Extremely lightweight design, ranging from 36g to 42g depending on the model, providing fatigue-free handling.
  • Excellent value for money, offering high-end specs (PAW3395/3950 sensors) at a budget price point.
  • Solid build quality with a solid-shell design that resists flexing or creaking despite its low weight.
  • High-performance Omron optical microswitches that are responsive and prevent double-clicking issues.
  • Supports up to 8K polling rates (wired and wireless) for ultra-low latency gaming.
  • Comfortable symmetrical shape that is versatile for various grip styles, particularly claw and fingertip.
  • Premium 'ice-feeling' coating that provides good grip and feels high-quality.

What customers dislike about ATK VXE Mad R?

  • No dedicated physical DPI switching button on the mouse itself, requiring software for adjustments.
  • Lacks Bluetooth connectivity, supporting only 2.4GHz wireless and USB-C wired modes.
  • Battery life on the standard 200mAh model is relatively short, especially when using higher polling rates.
  • Stock PTFE skates may break down or slow down quickly, with some reviewers suggesting early replacement.
  • Side buttons can sound hollow or exhibit noticeable post-travel due to the thin sidewalls.
  • The 8K wireless dongle can sometimes interfere with nearby Wi-Fi signals if placed too close.
  • The coating can be prone to fingerprints and may feel slippery for users with very dry hands.

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